Episode list

Triple H, Seth Rollins, Bayley and Ric Flair guest-star on the very first episode of WWE After the Bell. Host Corey Graves throws out the rulebook and dives right into WWE's "state of flux" before asking Universal Champion Seth Rollins about the controversy surrounding the end of WWE Hell in a Cell. From there, Triple H reveals how he lured Tyson Fury and Cain Velasquez to WWE and plays a new game called "The Electric Seat." Finally, SmackDown Women's Champion Bayley has a few words for the rest of the Four Horsewomen and Ric Flair reveals why a WrestleMania match with Hulk Hogan never happened.

NXT Champion Adam Cole, Tyson Fury and Cesaro guest-star on an all-new WWE After the Bell. Corey begins by telling his first-hand account of the long trip home from WWE Crown Jewel in Saudi Arabia. Speaking of which, undefeated boxing champion Tyson Fury has a few words for Brock Lesnar after his WWE debut, while underutilized SmackDown Superstar Cesaro contemplates a return to NXT. Last but not least, NXT Champion Adam Cole talks about flying to SmackDown on less than two hours' notice to begin the battle for brand supremacy at Survivor Series.

Roman Reigns and Finn Bálor join host Corey Graves on the latest WWE After the Bell. First, Corey reveals how he'd fix Survivor Series, and Roman Reigns calls in to divulge John Cena's advice on how to be a modern locker-room leader. Then, Corey surrenders to the absurdity of the Rusev-Lana-Bobby Lashley love triangle on Raw and Finn Bálor reveals how returning to NXT allowed him to reclaim his creativity after years in the "machine."

Randy Orton, Rhea Ripley and "Stone Cold" Steve Austin guest-star. First, Orton comes clean on whether he was really going to leave WWE before he signed his newest contract. Then, Rhea Ripley looks forward to making history at NXT TakeOver: WarGames and "Stone Cold" Steve Austin talks about interviewing The Undertaker out of character for the first time. Also, Corey's got a few thoughts on CM Punk's WWE Backstage debut, and breaks the news of WWE's second original podcast.

Kevin Owens, NXT Women's Champion Shayna Baszler and Raw Tag Team Champions The Viking Raiders guest-star. After Corey details his favorite (Dominik Mysterio!) and least favorite things (new Intercontinental Title!) from a packed WWE weekend, Kevin Owens calls in to discuss his shocking return to NXT and whether he needed "Stone Cold" Steve Austin's blessing to use the Stunner. Then, NXT Women's Champion Shayna Baszler reveals how much of her Wikipedia page is true, and Raw Tag Team Champions The Viking Raiders recount their world-traveled career.

Sheamus and The New Day join Graves for a pair of hilarious, illuminating interviews. First, Sheamus calls in to discuss the injury rumors that dogged his absence and tease his upcoming return to action. Then, in the wake of their own successful podcast launch, The New Day talk about paving the way for a broader depiction of an African-American WWE Superstar before turning the tables on Graves and roasting the famously sarcastic host. Plus Graves weighs in on the Fiend's custom title and Charlotte Flair's run in the tag team division.

In the wake of Corey Graves' criticism last week, Charlotte Flair calls in to discuss her stint in the tag team division. Also, Paige gives the inside scoop on her new gig at WWE Backstage and The Street Profits recount their journeys from collegiate athletes and the U.S. Marines to Monday Night Raw.

It's the penultimate episode of 2019 and Corey is taking a deep dive with three of the most distinct Superstars in WWE history. First, NXT North American Champion Roderick Strong details how he survived the soul-crushing path out of the indies; Lacey Evans dials in to define what a "Nasty" is and explain how the Marine Corps trained her well for life in WWE; and finally, Kane reaches out from the Knox County Townhouse to reveal his feeling on the Undertaker doing out-of-character interviews, and how WWE Superstardom prepared him for politics.

Triple H returns to WWE After the Bell, and he didn't come alone. Shawn Michaels joins The King of Kings for a special "DX-Mas" treat and reveals the truth about The Kliq while talking all things coaching, Performance Center and their plans to take NXT into 2020 and beyond.

Corey gets the band back together when he interviews his favorite broadcast partners, Renee Young and Michael Cole. First, Renee reminisces about fun times on the road, adjusting to the commentary gig and says a few dirty words. Then Cole digs into his insane but completely true background as a war correspondent and tells a story about WrestleMania XXVII that has to be heard to be believed.

It's a Samoan special when The Usos and Samoa Joe call in following their dramatic returns to the ring. Jimmy and Jey react to their cousin Roman Reigns getting covered in dog food, and Samoa Joe tells a story about a poker game in the U.K. that must be heard to be believed. Also, Corey casts his version of "The Mandalorian" with WWE Superstars.

Corey did NOT like this week's Monday Night Raw, and he's here to tell you why in incredibly specific detail. On the bright side, he DOES like Keith Lee and Drew McIntyre, who he's talking to about Lee's winding path to WWE and why Drew didn't like being called a "psychopath" on TV. Plus, Keith sits in The Electric Seat to reveal the hidden talent you one thousand percent did not see coming.

Two of the most decorated WWE veterans come to ATB to talk about their long, winding careers. Dolph Ziggler and R-Truth are covering everything from The Spirit Squad to Little Jimmy, and that time that WWE just wouldn't let Ziggler quit. Plus, Wesley Snipes as 24/7 Champion? Corey Graves actually liking an episode of Raw? Wonders never cease on an all-new After the Bell.

Ronda Rousey returns (in podcast form) to give her unfiltered thoughts on the NXT Women's division and the ideal circumstances under which she'd return to WWE. Also, Santino Marella and MVP are breaking down their wild Royal Rumble weekends, and Matt Camp from WWE's The Bump gives his thoughts on Edge's return. Plus, Corey Graves thinks Becky Lynch could be over, but not in the way you might assume.

Two of WWE's best Superstars visit ATB when Corey Graves goes on a deep dive with Bianca Belair and Sasha Banks about their wild careers. From Bianca's time in the Women's Royal Rumble Match to Sasha's upcoming rap album (!), Corey covers past, present and future. Corey also spills some tea about the infamous 2015 snowstorm episode of Raw ... including who picked up the bar tab. It's one of the juiciest episodes yet.

Love is in the air when Corey's girlfriend, Carmella, and SmackDown's resident Casanova, Otis, join a Valentine's Day ATB. Open a box of chocolates as we dig into Graves' and Carmella's real-life relationship and Otis' ongoing courtship of Mandy Rose, plus a few surprising details about his great-grandma's side gig.

The notorious and industry-changing Outsiders chat with Corey before their (second!) WWE Hall of Fame induction to share stories from the frontlines of the Monday Night Wars. Plus, Nash muses about a butterfly effect in which he never leaves WWE and The Streak is prematurely ended.

Comedian, actor, and wrestling superfan Ron Funches joins this week to discuss his ill-fated attempt at stepping inside the ropes. Also, former NXT Champion Johnny Gargano straps into the Electric Seat and prepares to introduce his future children to "Uncle D-X."

The World's Largest Athlete has become The World's Largest TV Dad, and he's here to tell us all about his upcoming Netflix sitcom. Plus, hear about the Superstar that he credits for his resurgence in the 2000s, the one that's inspired him the most in the last 10 years, and his hush-hush upcoming culinary project.

Davey Boy Smith was known as The British Bulldog, the first European Champion and a member of the legendary Hart family. This week, WWE After the Bell is proud to announce a new way to describe him: WWE Hall of Famer. We're joined by Natalya, Tyson Kidd and Harry Smith, as they discuss The British Bulldog's illustrious career.

All hail the king of Friday Night SmackDown. The 2019 King of the Ring graces the podcast with his presence, discussing his early NXT days, his initial reputation, using social media to infuriate fans, and the dark period in which Corey Graves lived on his couch.

One half of Fire and Desire takes a break from scorning Otis so she can sit down with Corey Graves for the podcast. Tune in as Mandy Rose discusses her shift from bikini competitions to wrestling, her friendship with Sonya Deville, and Corey coining one of her monikers.

John Cena may have taken some time away from the ring in the last year, but his passion for WWE is as strong as ever. This week, the 16-time World Champion sits down with Corey Graves to "puke out his soul" about the state of the industry and the philosophies behind his performances.

Fresh off a grueling Last Man Standing Match against Randy Orton at WrestleMania, The Ultimate Opportunist is welcomed to the podcast to discuss the road to this point and where it leads from here.

He has travelled the world on the indie circuit, advocated for the No Fly Zone on 205 Live, coached Daniel Bryan, made his WrestleMania debut, and - entertained children as a clown? Drew Gulak joins the podcast to discuss his one-of-a-kind journey.

By any moniker, Paul "Triple H" Levesque has played a pivotal role in the evolution of sports-entertainment for a quarter of a century. He joins the podcast this week to discuss the challenges of creating live entertainment in the current climate, the production of the most unique WrestleMania ever, his personal legacy and the Performance Center's biggest fans.

After almost a year on the shelf and a recent battle with personal demons, The Charismatic Enigma joins the podcast to discuss his new mindset and desire for one last big run.

He served as the mouthpiece for many of WWE's biggest villains in the 90s, but he's been a loyal and beloved figure backstage ever since. Downtown Bruno himself joins the podcast to talk about his origins in sports-entertainment and how he stays involved even today.

Hot off of WWE Money in the Bank, one of the greatest innovators in Ladder Match history joins the podcast. Captain Charisma is here with plenty to say about retirement, Edge's comeback, and his own evolution from brooding vampire to kazoo-playing photography enthusiast.

While The Monday Night Messiah gains new disciples and runs rampant on Raw, he's keeping an Iowa coffee shop operating during a pandemic and preparing to be a father in his private life. Seth Rollins joins Corey this week to discuss this eventful and pivotal time.

"The Face that Runs the Place" is back home on SmackDown, which means more quality time with his old buddy Corey. This week, they chat about AJ's mindset, approach to the business and his transition to WWE after more than a decade of plying his craft around the world.

In case you didn't know, they called somebody. Prior to NXT TakeOver: In Your House, they talk to the man that was on the original In Your House card and played a major role in its resurrection 25 years later.

The Viper took some time out of his training schedule for The Greatest Wrestling Match Ever to chat with Corey about getting one over on The Undertaker and becoming the old-timer that tells the young'uns to "just slow down."

The Phenom has undergone many transformations and incarnations during his historic tenure in WWE. This week, Corey talks to the latest version of The Undertaker - Mark Calaway.

Renee Young joins the podcast. Renee and Corey haven't shared a car together in quite some time, but this episode will have you feeling like you've got a seat in the back for all of their friendly banter.

The Celtic Warrior is one of WWE's most decorated and tenured Superstars, and he joins Corey this week to discuss his career, his return from injury and what's still to come.

He's a six-time World Champion, and now he's a first-time guest on ATB. Hall of Famer Booker T is here to chat ring psychology, his training school and his approach to locker room disputes.

Five years after the beginning of the Women's Evolution, they speak to a woman that helped pave the way for it. Hall of Famer Lita joins to speak about the advancements in women's wrestling, as well as some newfound hobbies.

The Original Bro has arrived on SmackDown, but it has been a long road getting here. He joins Corey this week to discuss the winding path from MMA to the indies to NXT and beyond.

Corey has spent years of his career trying to escape from Byron Saxton, but he can't even find respite on his own podcast.

This week on the podcast, Beth Phoenix discusses the steps along the way and shares her thoughts leading into NXT TakeOver XXX.

His path to the top of the mountain is one of the most unique in modern history, and Drew McIntyre has spent the summer fulfilling his "Chosen One" prophecy. Ahead of defending his WWE Championship against Randy Orton at SummerSlam, he chats with Corey about the wild ride it has been.

He may have lost the match, but Pat McAfee got everyone talking with a stellar performance at NXT TakeOver: XXX. The former NFL star, recent thorn in Adam Cole's side, and all-around Renaissance man joins Corey to discuss his wild weekend.

The NXT North American Champion joins Corey to discuss the bond between NXT Superstars, his past in the bar scene, impromptu hot tub sessions, and finding his voice as The Archer of Infamy.

The new voice of NXT takes a rest stop on the podcast to reminisce about road trips with Corey and Renee.

Shane-O-Mac graces the podcast this week to tell listeners about his recent tenure in Raw Underground, his shocking 2016 return to the company, and the unique task of giving production notes to his father.

Days before the Universal Champion faces off against his own cousin, The Big Dog stops by the podcast to talk about his new attitude and what it takes to be the leader of the locker room.

The Wrestling God reflects on his eventful career, from early experiences with Skandor Akbar and Stan Hansen to legendary rivalries with The Undertaker and Eddie Guerrero.

The United States Champion stops by to discuss his strict work ethic, a harrowing experience with a bank robbery, and his aspirations of facing Brock Lesnar.

The Queen of Spades once again graces the podcast to discuss her first WrestleMania, transitioning to Raw from NXT, working on her Mustang, what she wants her legacy to be, and that whole neck-biting incident.